Planning a weekend getaway to Niagara Falls? GO Transit now offers convenient online Weekend Passes, perfect for your Saturday, Sunday, and holiday travels. For just $10 a day, you can explore the Greater Golden Horseshoe with unlimited rides on any GO train or bus.
We know you’re excited to see friends and family, and get out to your favourite sites and day trip destinations. GO Transit is moving their customers on safe and comfortable commutes to and from work, but they are also looking forward to assisting everyone in making the most of their warm weekends and enjoy touring the golden horseshoe! It’s time to Get GOing!
$10 One Day Pass
The Weekend Passes are exclusively available as GO e-ticket options.
What’s Included with the Weekend Pass
The $10 One-Day Weekend Pass allows you to travel anywhere on the GO network, giving you the freedom to hop on and off trains and buses throughout the day. Whether you’re exploring new destinations or visiting favorite spots, this pass makes your weekend travel seamless and affordable.
How to Purchase Your Weekend Pass
The Weekend Pass is available exclusively online through the GO e-ticket platform. Here’s how to get started:
- Visit the GO Transit e-ticket platform.
- Select your station of origin and intended destination.
- Choose the ‘$10 One-Day’ option.
- Complete your purchase, and the pass will be emailed to you.
Your e-ticket will be valid for seven days from the date of purchase, but remember to activate it five minutes before boarding.
Where Can I Go?
During that day or weekend, your pass will grant you unlimited bus or rail journeys between your starting point and your designated destination. You can, however, board and disembark at any stop between those two sites.
Using Your Weekend Pass
Once activated, your pass allows unlimited travel on any GO train or bus for the entire day. Here’s an example of how you can use it:
- Start your journey at Oshawa.
- Get off at Burlington to explore.
- Reboard at Burlington and continue to Niagara Falls.
- Travel back to Oshawa, all with the same pass.
The possibilities are endless, giving you the flexibility to plan your adventure.
Quick Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Cost | $10 per person (13 +), kids 12 and under ride free |
| Coverage | Unlimited GO trips on Sat/Sun/holidays, any route |
| Activation | Via smartphone, 5-minute waiting window |
| Valid Until | 4 AM next day |
| Purchase to Use | Must activate within 7 days of purchase |
| Usage Proof | Digital display only |
| Refunds | Not eligible for refund/service guarantee |
Important Details
- Availability: Only available online and on smartphones. Not available at stations or through PRESTO.
- Validation: E-tickets and passes are valid for seven days after purchase. Activate them five minutes before boarding.
- Restrictions: Not applicable for UP Express. Niagara WEGO bus service is not included, so a separate WEGO pass is required for local bus connections at Niagara Falls GO Station.
- Holiday Extension: The $10 One-Day Pass can be used over extended holiday periods.
- Non‑transferable
Each Weekend Day Pass is tied to the purchaser and cannot be transferred, used on other transit agencies, or on the UP Express - Who Can Ride
Valid for 1 adult passenger (13 +). Children 12 and under ride free - Unlimited Travel
Once activated, the pass grants unlimited trips for that single passenger—on any GO route, all day—from activation until end of service, valid only on Saturday, Sunday or statutory holiday - How to Activate
Passes must be activated via smartphone. Allow 5 minutes before boarding for the system to validate it - Valid Timeframe
Upon activation, the pass remains valid until 4 AM the following day.
Example: Activate at 3 PM on Saturday → valid until 4 AM Sunday - Expiration Window
Purchase and activate your pass within 7 days of buying it—any activation beyond 7 days won’t be valid - Proof of Fare
No paper prints allowed! Inspectors require passengers to present the pass digitally on-screen via smartphone - Non‑Refundable
Weekend Day Passes aren’t covered under GO’s service guarantee and can’t be refunded
Weekend service is provided via Lakeshore East, Lakeshore West (all the way to Niagara Falls), and Barrie, so there are many of options to select from.
Why It’s Great for Niagara Falls Trips
- Simple and economical – perfect for day-trippers from Toronto or Hamilton.
- Free for kids 12 and under, making it ideal for family travel.
- Remember: the pass is only valid on GO, so if you need to use WEGO in Niagara Falls, you’ll need a separate WEGO fare
Plan Your Trip
Enjoy the ease and flexibility of GO Transit’s weekend service across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. With the Weekend Pass, you can explore, visit friends, or simply enjoy a day out without worrying about the cost of multiple tickets.
So, next time you’re planning a weekend adventure, consider the GO Transit Weekend Pass for an affordable and convenient travel option. For more details and to purchase your pass, visit the GO Transit website. Enjoy your journey!
Seems the below is not valid anymore.
“$15 Weekend Pass
This pass will allow you to travel all weekend long – Saturday AND Sunday AND any additional Holiday day.”
Yes this offer is no longer available, just the $10 Day Pass and we’ve updated the post.
I bought my tickets by accident 8 days ahead of needing them. Does this matter?
For urgent inquiries, please call 1-888-438-6646.
Is there a direct train from oshawa to Niagara on Saturday Feb 8
Yes there would have been.
For urgent inquiries, please call GoTransit directly at 1-888-438-6646.